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Football Academy - VTCT Diploma in Sports Studies - Level 2 at Herne Bay High School

Course description

PLEASE VIEW THE PROVIDER INFORMATION BEFORE APPLYING FOR THIS COURSE

Herne Bay High Football Academy is run in conjunction with Chelsea Football Club. Students have the opportunity to train and play at Chelsea’s Cobham Training Ground and on occasion get to work with the pro’s undertaking their UEFA A Coaching Licence. The
Football Academy is a stand-alone programme staffed by UEFA A and B Licensed Coaches holding full Qualified Teacher Status. They have considerable experience of delivering sport science programmes and working in professional football developing young elite
players. Six hours a week is dedicated to training and playing.

The VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Sports Studies (QCF) is a vocational qualification that will support progression towards Level 3 qualifications. This qualification is designed for learners aged 16 years or over and provides the necessary knowledge, understanding
and skills to pursue a career in sport and related disciplines. This qualification covers the core topic areas of sport including: anatomy and physiology, performance psychology, and planning and leading coaching activities.

This is a work-related course that can also lead to progression onto level 3 courses. Students will gain the key knowledge and practical skills required in the sports domain. The course involves studying 6 units of work over 1 year and all are assessed by
coursework. Coursework assessments include written assignments, presentations and practical demonstrations.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs grades in the range of A*- E/9-2 (Including Maths and English at grade D/3 or above). Although not essential, applicants are expected to be playing at a good level of competitive football or demonstrate the ability to do so. Trials are part of the
application process.

Successful candidates are required to purchase Chelsea Training Kit to be worn as uniform

Assessment

1 Anatomy & Physiology

Develop your knowledge and understanding of anatomy and physiology for sport.

coursework

2 Sports Psychology

Develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required for the psychological demands of a selected sport.

coursework

3 Planning & Leading Sports Activities

Develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required for successful planning and leading of sports activity sessions and events.

coursework

4 Business Skills in Sport

Develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required to support an effective sport and leisure business operation.

coursework

5 Sports Nutrition

Develop your knowledge and understanding of the nutritional requirements needed for specific sports to maximise and enhance performance.

coursework

6 Planning & Running Sports Events

Develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required to plan, contribute to the organisation of, and review the success of a chosen

sporting event.

coursework

How to apply

If you want to apply for this course, you will need to contact Herne Bay High School directly.

Herne Bay High is a highly successful, innovative school that prides itself on its culture of high expectations and traditional values, particularly relating to respect, discipline and behaviour. We are passionate about supporting every child to achieve their full academic potential, whilst developing our students into responsible, mature and confident young people.

The curriculum will be the principal means whereby students’ entitlement to a broad and relevant education can be fulfilled. Statutory requirements , including those relating to the National Curriculum, will be observed and implemented; the School will strive to provide all our students with a challenging and engaging educational experience tailored to their abilities and interests at KS3 and a personalised KS4 and sixth form experience. Our focus is to equip our students with the requisite skills and knowledge to flourish in our rapidly changing world.

The School is not only an educational community of adults and young people but also an important part of the local community. The awareness of students to both of these features will be encouraged; the ethos of the School will be directed to this end.

Herne Bay High will strive for excellence and high quality provision in all aspects of the curriculum, students learning, progress and development. Young people need to complete their period of schooling with high self-esteem, confidence, wider horizons and a range of appropriate qualifications, skills and personal attributes.

Little of this can be achieved by students without hard work, the desire to learn, enjoyment, care for one another and creative, co-operative endeavour; this the School aims to achieve with all members of the School community.